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water's edge project - kitchen
water's edge project - kitchen
XTC Design IncorporatedXTC Design Incorporated
Donna Griffith Photography
Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with granite worktops, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring and an island.
Contemporary Interior spaces
Contemporary Interior spaces
Grupenhof PhotographyGrupenhof Photography
Greg Grupenhof Copyright 2014
This is an example of a contemporary open plan kitchen in Cincinnati with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, an island and brown worktops.
Open To The View
Open To The View
Design First InteriorsDesign First Interiors
This kitchen was only made possible by a combination of manipulating the architecture of the house and redefining the spaces. Some structural limitations gave rise to elegant solutions in the design of the demising walls and the ceiling over the kitchen. This ceiling design motif was repeated for the breakfast area and the dining room adjacent. The former porch was captured to the interior for an enhanced breakfast room. New defining walls established a language that was repeated in the cabinet layout. A walnut eating bar is shaped to match the walnut cabinets that surround the fridge. This bridge shape was again repeated in the shape of the countertop. Two-tone cabinets of black gloss lacquer and horizontal grain-matched walnut create a striking contrast to each other and are complimented by the limestone floor and stainless appliances. By intentionally leaving the cooktop wall empty of uppers that tough the ceiling, a simple solution of walnut backsplash panels adds to the width perception of the room. Photo Credit: Metropolis Studio
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Wooster
Wooster
Optimum Window Mfg. CorpOptimum Window Mfg. Corp
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, brown splashback, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Private Residence - South West
Private Residence - South West
Artisans of DevizesArtisans of Devizes
Bloomsbury encaustic tiles from Artisans of Devizes.
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Wiltshire with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and multiple islands.
Minum Cove Concept Home, Perth WA
Minum Cove Concept Home, Perth WA
European CeramicsEuropean Ceramics
Joel Barbitia
Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and marble flooring.
Интерьеры
Интерьеры
LKINTERIOR by LUDMILA KALABEKOVALKINTERIOR by LUDMILA KALABEKOVA
фотограф Денис Васильев дизайнер проекта: Людмила Калабекова
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, white splashback and an island.
Aarhus, Denmark
Aarhus, Denmark
fermacellfermacell
Studio 55
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen in Aarhus with light hardwood flooring.
condo renovation
condo renovation
mark gerwingmark gerwing
cabinets built by Laak Woodworks Contractor: Cottonwood Custom Builders
Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen in Denver.
Квартира "Бали"
Квартира "Бали"
Архитектурно-дизайнерское бюро "5идей"Архитектурно-дизайнерское бюро "5идей"
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, white floors, a submerged sink, wood worktops, porcelain flooring, ceramic splashback and brown worktops.
Transitional Marco Island retreat
Transitional Marco Island retreat
Aubuchon Homes, Inc.Aubuchon Homes, Inc.
Contemporary kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and white floors.
Simply Stunning
Simply Stunning
Hargreaves JoineryHargreaves Joinery
Chris Groenhout, Urbourne Architecture
Large contemporary kitchen in Melbourne with concrete flooring and an island.
Bryn Mawr Bungalo Kitchen
Bryn Mawr Bungalo Kitchen
Showcase Renovations, Inc.Showcase Renovations, Inc.
The small kitchen has been remodeled to include efficient storage, a new soffit which adds intimacy to the space, new white oak flooring, and new lighting. The emphasis is on living and entertaining in this space. The eco-friendly Puustelli cabinets and smaller profile appliances deliver on beauty and performance.
Duckhorn Residence
Duckhorn Residence
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Andrew Pogue Photography Located on one of the highest hilltops in Lakeway, this contemporary home enjoys panoramas of the Texas Hill Country. The home employs it’s unique position, surrounded by nature preserve, to integrate views with a variety of interior and outdoor spaces. The all stone entry features two massive pivot doors, front and back to view across the all negative edge pool, and on to the 15 mile view.
Haus M
Haus M
innenarchitektur Kinseherinnenarchitektur Kinseher
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen/diner in Munich with stainless steel appliances and an island.
東大阪のガレージハウス
東大阪のガレージハウス
ザウス株式会社（ZAUS Co.,Ltd）ザウス株式会社（ZAUS Co.,Ltd）
Design ideas for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo Suburbs with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black appliances and an island.
W 45th Ave New Construction
W 45th Ave New Construction
AccenTrix DesignAccenTrix Design
Accentrix Design
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Custom Kitchen
Custom Kitchen
Geowood DesignGeowood Design
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.

Contemporary Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful contemporary kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of contemporary kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of contemporary photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of contemporary kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own contemporary kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your contemporary kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small contemporary kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some contemporary kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What contemporary kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your contemporary kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small contemporary spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and contemporary kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and contemporary accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of contemporary kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your contemporary kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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104 Dominica
104 Dominica
Kukk Architecture & Design P.A.Kukk Architecture & Design P.A.
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
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